The Latest Breaking News from ZSL London Zoo

Amongst the 400 species counted were Humboldt penguins, Asiatic lions and western lowland gorillas.

Pygmies have always had star quality, but recently they’ve catapulted into the spotlight. Maddy Mussen delves into the sad reason the capital hasn’t got its own tiny hippo

A Western lowland gorilla named Kiburi made his debut at ZSL London Zoo after global logistics experts DHL Express flew the 193kg silverback to London as part of an international breeding programme for the Critically Endangered species. The 5ft 4ft tall gorilla has arrived to lead the conservation zoo’s current…

ZSL London Zoo has revealed the names of three Critically Endangered Sumatran tiger cubs born at the conservation zoo in June – announcing the trio as Inca, Zac and Crispin.The three names were decided by ZSL supporters, after the chance to choose them was auctioned at the Charity’s Safari in…

Each cub has a unique stripe pattern on its face that sets it apart

Train services were cut and some schools closed, while water firms experienced ‘unprecedented demanded’ as Britain tried to stay cool

This lion looks as if it’s sneaking a little cat nap as it undergoes a CAT scan for earache at London Zoo.

Bhanu has a narrow left ear canal which is more prone to blockages and infections

The trio have been feeding and taking their first steps under careful watch of their mother